Terms and Conditions - Northern Ireland

Driving Licence

Drivers must produce a full valid unendorsed driving licence at the commencement of rental that he/she has held for at least two years. Visitors from overseas must produce a driving licence issued in their country of permanent residence, along with a translation into English (where appropriate). UK residents will only be required to present the photo card driving license but may be asked to agree to provide access to their licence records as needed.

Drivers with 2 or more unspent driving convictions or one unspent driving conviction from the list below will not be eligible to rent.

Careless, reckless or dangerous driving

Driving or attempting to drive whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Using a vehicle uninsured against third party risks

Theft or unauthorised taking of a vehicle

Drivers who have been disqualified (or anything similar) in the last 10 years will not be eligible to rent.
Failure to disclose any driving convictions may mean you are fully liable for damage caused to the rental vehicle or any third party.

Age Limits

The minimum age limit for drivers is 23 years. A fee of GBP £10 per day + VAT at 20% will apply to drivers under the age of 25 years. To rent a People Carrier (Group 10) the minimum age limit is 27. To rent a minibus (group 9) or a luxury car (group 12) the minimum age limit is 30. Minimum age restrictions may be reduced where renters provide their own fully comprehensive insurance cover, by prior arrangement only!

Customers over 75 years are eligible to rent with the following specific conditions:

They must drive regularly

They must provide us with a letter from their insurance company proving that they hold a current motor insurance policy and that they have been driving without having an accident for the last 5 years.

They must provide us with a letter from their doctor stating that they are in good health.

They may be required to undergo a driving assessment accompanied with a Budget representative.

Payment

Budget Car Rental accepts Budget Charge Cards, and all major Credit Cards but not Debit Cards. Card holders must be present at time of pickup.

Rates

Budget Car Rental reserves the right to amend price structures without notice. Prices quoted at time of reservation however are guaranteed. Internet rates cannot be used in conjunction with any offline offers.

Rental Extension

Customers wishing to extend their rental may contact our reservations department at reservations@budgetbelfast.co.uk or +353 (0) 90 6627711 to confirm availability. Extra days will be charged based on the local rate at the time the extension is made.

Fuel

For your convenience your car will be supplied with a full tank of fuel which you will be asked to pay for when picking up the car. If you return the car full you will be refunded the cost of the fuel.

Cancellations, Amendments and No-Shows

If you need to cancel your car rental, please contact us at reservations@budgetbelfast.co.uk or call our reservations department
at +353 (0) 90 66 27711. If you cancel 48 hours prior to your pickup time there will be no charge. Cancellation after this time or if you do not pick up the car will incur a fee of GBP £20 inc. VAT .
There is no charge for making booking amendments.

Availability

Vehicle models illustrated on this site are for guidance only. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that a vehicle from the group reserved is available, Budget reserve the right to substitute an alternative similar model.

Child Seats

You can book child seats on step 3 of the online booking process. This charge will be included in your total quotation.

Satellite Navigation Systems

Sat Navs/GPS can be booked on step 3 of the online booking process. This charge will be included in your total quotation.

Additional Driver

Additional drivers can be added when picking up the car for GBP £7.50 per driver per day + VAT at 20%

Basic Cover - Included

When you hire a vehicle from Budget, the price you pay automatically includes a basic level of cover should you be involved in an accident or breakdown
Please familiarise yourself with the below areas of cover, including cover for any damage or injury you may cause to a third party, and the excess amounts you will be liable for. It is our goal to make all our products and services transparent for our customers.

Third Party Cover (TPC)

By law, this is compulsory and is included in your rental price, covering the driver or additional driver's legal liability for bodily injury or property damage to others.

Also known as: Third Party Insurance, Motor Liability Insurance or Legal Liability Insurance.

Roadside Assistance

When you rent a vehicle with Budget, you automatically receive a basic level of roadside assistance included in your quote. Should you experience any mechanical difficulties with the vehicle, we will get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

However, Budget also offer additional services to support renters when common issues such as flat batteries or locked-in keys arise. Find out more about Roadside Assistance Plus below

Vehicle Damage Cover

If your rental vehicle is damaged during the rental period, this will cover the cost of repairs. You will, however, have to pay a fixed amount towards the repair costs. This is known as the excess (see Excess Charge for amounts).

Additional Cover - Optional

If you're looking for extra peace of mind when renting a vehicle, Budget also offer a range of additional cover options to supplement the standard mandatory cover included in your quote. Our rental agents can advise you on the benefits when you are picking up the vehicle.

Excess Reduction

Excess Reduction provides peace of mind. The excess charge amounts that apply to Vehicle Damage Cover and Vehicle Theft Cover are reduced to zero, eliminating any financial liability in the event of vehicle theft or damage (excluding windscreen).

By taking Windscreen Cover, the excess payable on front windscreen damage is reduced to ZERO, removing all liability for any damage caused to the vehicle's windscreen glass.
Price: GBP £ 2.09 per day + VAT at 20%.

Roadside Assistance Plus

You get extra peace of mind when you add Roadside Assistance Plus to your rental. You're instantly covered for common problems like flat batteries, locked-in keys, flat tyres or running out of fuel - and you don't pay any call out charges.
Price: GBP £ 2.50 per day + VAT at 20%.

Personal Accident Insurance

Available for purchase at the rental station upon pickup Personal Accident Insurance provides extensive benefits in case of injury / death.
Price: GBP £ 6.75 per day + VAT at 20%.

Declining Collision Damage Wavier (CDW) / Theft Protection

CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) and Theft Protection insurance reduce your financial liability for damage or theft of the vehicle and are included in your quote by default.

By declining these insurances you are taking responsibility to arrange your own cover and assume full financial liability up to the value of the vehicle for losses arising as a result of loss or damage to the vehicle. Written proof of CDW and Theft Protection coverage in Ireland will be required when picking up the vehicle.

We recommend that you fully understand the conditions of cover provided by your credit card company when using your card for insurance cover.

Customers declining CDW and Theft Protection are required to pay a liability deposit of GBP £2,000. An administration fee of GBP £25.00 + VAT at 20% applies for use of this service.

Cross Border Coverage

If you wish to drive the car into the Republic of Ireland your rental will be subject to a cross border coverage fee of £19.17 + VAT 20%.

Traffic Violations

Renters are responsible for payment of any speeding, parking or other traffic related fines in addition to a fine administration fee of GBP £36.00 including VAT